Indian Bar & Eatery — Best Indian Restaurant & Bar in Papakura, South Auckland
Indian Bar & Eatery is an authentic North-Indian restaurant and licensed bar at 84 Great South Road, Papakura. Loved across South Auckland for our butter chicken, sizzling tandoori, fragrant biryani and a fully stocked bar — dine in, relax in our outdoor seating, or order takeaway and delivery. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner.
Located in the heart of Papakura and proudly serving Takanini, Drury and the wider South Auckland community, Indian Bar & Eatery brings you the authentic taste of North India with a modern touch. Our chefs craft every dish with premium ingredients and traditional spices, from aromatic curries to perfectly charred tandoori. As a licensed bar, we're the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner, a family celebration or after-work drinks.
Menu Highlights
Tandoori & Entrées
Chicken Tikka — $18.90: Boneless chicken fillets marinated in yoghurt & spices, roasted in the clay oven.
Tandoori Chicken — $22.90: On-bone chicken marinated in yoghurt, ginger, garlic & spices, roasted in the clay oven.
Barrah Kebab (Lamb Chops) — $22.90: Lamb chops marinated in spices, yoghurt & lemon, cooked in the clay oven.
Paneer Tikka — $19.90: Cottage cheese marinated in homemade pickle masala, cooked in the tandoor.
Curries & Mains
Butter Chicken — $22.90: Tandoor-roasted chicken in a savoury tomato & butter gravy — our signature dish.
Lamb Rogan Josh — $20.90: Tender diced lamb cooked with an exotic blend of herbs and spices.
Chicken Tikka Masala — $22.90: Roasted chicken cooked with onions, capsicum and Indian spices.
Palak Paneer — $21.90: Homemade cottage cheese cooked with fresh spinach in a mild gravy.
Daal Makhni — $17.90: Black lentils slow-cooked and seasoned with butter and spices.
Dine-in · Outdoor seating · Takeaway · Delivery · Licensed bar. Serving Papakura, Takanini, Drury, Karaka, South Auckland, Auckland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Indian restaurant in Papakura?
Indian Bar & Eatery at 84 Great South Road is one of Papakura's most-loved North-Indian restaurants and bars, known for its butter chicken, tandoori dishes and biryani. It's open 7 days for lunch and dinner with dine-in, takeaway and delivery.
Where is Indian Bar & Eatery located?
Indian Bar & Eatery is at 84 Great South Road, Papakura, Auckland 2110 — easy to reach from Takanini, Drury and across South Auckland. Phone 09 296 0000.
What are Indian Bar & Eatery's opening hours?
We are open 7 days a week: lunch from 12:00pm to 2:30pm and dinner from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.
Does Indian Bar & Eatery have a licensed bar?
Yes. Indian Bar & Eatery is a fully licensed bar, so you can enjoy beer, wine and spirits alongside your meal, or relax in our outdoor seating.
Do you offer takeaway and delivery in South Auckland?
Yes. We offer dine-in, outdoor seating, takeaway and delivery. You can order online for pickup or delivery across the Papakura and South Auckland area.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Absolutely. Our menu has an extensive vegetarian selection including paneer dishes, dals, vegetable curries and vegetable biryani, plus a range of breads and starters.